UI Post-UTME Use of English 2012 Question 8

Question 8

Synonyms

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or words in italics: She called on her way to the bank

  1. A.stopped
  2. B.stopped by
  3. C.stopped in
  4. D.stopped over
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (stopped by)

Explanation

To call (on someone) on the way is to pay a short visit, i.e. to stop by.